Delete. A receiver not build to handle that kind of load will fry or run VERY hot under heavy usage. Magnepan is the leader is high value, high quality, flat panel audiophile speakers for stereo and multi-channel use. Then upgrade your loudspeakers as you can. Magnepan moves slowly. Quote: Originally Posted by ChicagoPhil you won't need both an integrated amp and a receiver... it's one or the other (or was i being too obtuse in reading your post?) Magnepan speakers have been called "excellent values" which is a term that belies the real truth: Performance, as good as it is, was sidelined for costs sake when …. This was an observer-masked randomised crossover study of 60 PACG subjects who received either latanoprost or bimatoprost for 6 weeks, after which they were crossed over to the other medication for another 6 weeks. d) Agree with the sealed subs. The MMGi, which Magnepan says represents the speaker’s "first sonic upgrade" in over 12 years (although Magnepan is mute on just what that upgrade is) is a two-way design with an impedance of 4 ohms and a sensitivity of 86dB. They are magical. When each took its turn on the floor with Magnepan MMGs, most comfortable listening levels were found with volume pot positioned before midnight with the Peachtree and after it with the W4S. The Magnepans come with pretty cheap crossover components—not much cheaper than any other mass-produced speaker, mind you, but cheap from an audiophile standpoint. On the good MMG if I pull the fuse, the bass panel definitely has a low pass filter, no high frequencies there. 7 is a 3-way design, like the 3. We offer a number of speaker upgrades. He'd just been handed his report card for the term, on which his chemistry teacher had scrawled the word "idle" across the unusually low marks for that semester. Above: Current, upgraded filters, again, on the input side fitted with Cardas connectors. Either the. Slopes? Diy Magnepan Speakers … I have had both in 1.6 and the 1.7 in my system and the 1.7 is much better. As its name implies, this is a true 7-channel amplifier that offers a relentless 7x400 watt profile, earning it the title of Most Powerful Amplifier in its class. The Magnepan MG1.6/QRs are great speakers and one of the best values in the world of high-end audio. The crossover network is minimally invasive by utilizing a first-order configuration (6db per octave) , an inductor for the bass panel and a capacitor for the treble panel. I used a combination of the soldering iron and a 220 grit sandpaper. 5 Qr crossover upgrade. Spending almost 3 times what a speaker costs for an upgrade is IMO not cost effective. Double Pair Magnepan instant upgrade kit - (4 fuse replacements, 4 jumper replacements) $80.00 In economic terms it is. The UPA-1 amplifiers seem a perfect match for the Magnepan MMG in smaller rooms. 13: RE: Magnepan MG-12 Crossover upgrade (4.95) Posted by Satie on 2011-05-24, 13:59:13 (75.179.191.203) Get Sonicap Gen 1 values 80% of stock and bypass with OIMP or foil from Mundorf or V Cap of 20% value. Above: Original Magnepan filter on the inside, the only modification being Cardas connectors. Crossover functionality is set up via my Mini DSP 2x4 HD device to integrate the two subwoofers. We have a great selection of replacement cone tweeters, piezo horns, compression drivers, soft dome, mylar dome, and titanium dome tweeters. The following is a crossover upgrade that can be performed on the Magnepan MG12 speakers to improve the clarity, detail, low-end, and imaging of the MG12 speakers. Also if what Hsu says about the MMG Ws is correct, then any number of the subs you all suggested should work. In a world of imported products it's hard to find a quality product made in the USA. Magnepan MMG for sale. I sold the speakers long ago and never did use these. Magnepan MG 1.5 Qr crossover upgrade Maggies are great to listen to but can however perform a lot better, and I mean a tremendoes lot, with an upgraded crossover network. Crossover Upgrades. The lower-priced center will need a crossover of at least 160 and has a few other drawbacks. At their respective prices $299/pr, and $550/pr, there isn't anything available from the DIY speaker suppliers that is cost competitive. I've spent the last few years chasing after speakers best termed exotic.When I was looking for huge dynamics and low distortion, I spent a … We have been quietly shipping our first upgrade since the MMG was introduced in 1995. It was at this point that I soldered my connections and tested the speaker. Upgrade speaker for MMG is MG 1.5 ok - fin1bxn@msn.com 11:48:28 02/23/06 Re: Upgrade speaker for MMG is MG 1.5 ok - Cuehead774 20:29:32 03/01/06 ( 0) Re: Upgrade speaker for MMG is MG 1.5 ok - seppstefano 04:19:16 02/27/06 ( 0) The Magnepan MMG is the smallest and least expensive speaker in the Magnepan line, priced at $599 per pair and coupled with a very generous 60-day return policy. Magnepan also offers the option of trading in your "Maggies" for full... Magnepan 1.6 Upgrade. I currently have both the 1.7i ($2,000) and the .7 ($1,400) in my home, in two separate systems and after three months with them it is time to frame my observations. The advantage of a first-order crossover is minimal phase shift. (2.2mH and 12uF is stock.) the series crossover does nothing for me to be honest. MMG's are pretty close to a resistive 4 ohm load other than right around the crossover at 1 khz. Magnepan LRS ($650 pr USD) On the surface, it might seem that the Magnepan LRS (Little Ribbon Speaker) is a direct replacement for the MMG. The receiver doesn't allow me to set different crossover points for different speakers. The SMGa’s, which were the precursors to the MMG’s and newly launched LRS’s from Magnepan, are … Hello, would like to sell these upgraded crossovers for Magnepan mg 12 speakers. While we shy away from audiophile clichés, the Magnepan MMGs are truly one of the best values in hi-fi. If you do the stand upgrade, cossover and frame modification mentioned in the prior post the 1.7 will kill the 1.6s further. I have always liked tight Magnepan sound, not meaning strained, but rather the opposite of so many dynamic speakers’ cabinet resonances that come off as sloppiness. Vandersteens or the Magnepans are fine speakers - … Magnepan Tweaks, Part 3 - The (Almost) Ultimate Tweak! I would like to "upgrade" the crossover in my MG12s (hat tip to Eric for inspiring me!). VPI TNT 6 w/ Classic Platter upgrade, Kuzma Stogi REF 313 VTA, Benz Micro Gullwing SLR, VPI HR-X ,JMW12.7 ,Lyra Kleos, ARC REF 40, REF Phono 2SE, REF 610T monoblocks, ARC SP 10MK2, a pair of D79B's, Duntech C5000 speakers, Magnepan MG3A Speakers. For the past 5 years I have been happy listening to the little-known Quad 22L2 speakers with my favorite piece, a PrimaLuna Prologue Premium integrated amp. I found this tutorial, which is short, clear and to the point. If that's what you are looking for, then that is what is available from them at that pricepoint. Posted by dumpingground (A) on March 21, 2011 at 10:48:18 . Is it possible to upgrade the crossover in my mmg without going so far as saying I should just go ahead and buy 1.7 for the price? The idea behind 'The Maggie Projects' is to develop a series of DIY speakers using the stock Magnepan MMG-W, or larger standard MMG, as a midwoofer/tweeter 'modules' for the systems. I suspect that my 15 by 16 foot room is minimally adequate. The IOP-reducing effect of the medications was assessed by the reduction in IOP after 6 weeks of treatment compared with baseline. At 15-1/4 inches wide and 54-1/4 inches tall, the .7s are about an inch wider and better than six inches taller than Maggie’s other much-less-expensive two-way “mini,” the MMG. Magneplanar -- I'm doing the SMG crossover upgrades. I suspect that means that the used market will show elevated prices. 5m loudspeaker Cable DIY. All Magnepans have a number of issues, the most significant of which are energy decay and limited dynamics. 2 I've owned these since April of 1999 and am awaiting upgrade to the MG-MC1s. The Loudspeaker: Magnepan's Magneplanar MMG ($500/pr) This past June marked designer Jim Winey's 30 th anniversary in the wonderful world of planar-magnetic loudspeakers. But such a solution comes with a substantial cost upgrade, thereby undercutting one of the major pluses of the MG1.6/QRs: their price. However, due to the high praise that greets Emotiva products, it appears that the company makes quality control a main priority. It seems unlikely someone would look to upgrade to the LRS if they already have the MMG for 2-channel. Emotiva XPA-DR1 X 3. Magnepan can't build LRS fast enough to fulfill demand. My Magnepan 1.6QR DIY Upgrade Story. Magnepan Super MMG review. All components are oversized and needed a new enclosure. I mean, it's Magnepan's new entry-level offering, replacing the old. I don`t know how to hook them up either. Where in semi-nearfield the 901s produce a ⦠(I only have 1 but 2 would definitely be better----since I listen to 97%+ classical the second didn't seem quite so pressing). Therefore, you should start your selection with the speakers and work your way backward up the chain. I don't think I'll ever go backroad boxes, and if I did, I would always have a Magnepan in rotation for an alternative. With its ten inch driver, I doubt you’d want to put this speaker in a room smaller than 12 by 14 feet. Although Magneplanars are among my favorite speakers and IMO the MMG is the speaker to buy for $600 or less, I must comment. Magnepan was a terrible experience. But these speakers present a true 4 ohm load (4 ohms acros the entire frequency response with a narrow spike at the crossover point) so those numbers are understated. Magnepan MMG Loudspeakers Swigging Champagne on a Beer Budget. So you don't have to have a ton of current capability. The current MMG we reviewed possesses a bit more treble extension than the original MGIIs, but does not throw as large a soundfield. The component that has the greatest effect on sound - and is the most problematic choice - are the speakers. Before I ship this thing off to Magnepan I'd love to look at the crossover and see how this thing is wired. This upgrade is intended to be less invasive than those that upgrade the inductor, as it can be done without The wires are insulated, so you need to strip the insulation off. Peter Gunn crossovers make Magnepan drivers more coherent. We think there is a good chance it will win the award of “Best Cheap Speaker for 2013”. I've heard them driven by 150 wpc into 4 Ohms and it seemed adequate. What was the crossover frequency you set your crossover for? the reason it worked for this panel is the the tweeter and bass portion overlap and most of all the baffle compensation fits in. An official description along with accompanying reviews will take place later this month and throughout the remainder of 2017. Even if you have modest amplifier power, the MMG should do alright until you can upgrade. When my listening space went from my spacious 14 x 26 family room (which also opened into the kitchen) to my 10 x 20 study, I downscaled in every way. My plan is to use a Marchand XM126 two-way tube crossover. In fact, Wendell Diller, marketing manager for Magnepan says they only introduce or upgrade models if they find they can implement significant improvements. These days, $600 dollars will buy you a pair of speakers that are more than likely built in China and resemble toys that belong in a Happy Meal rather than your living room. The 1.7 is better to my ears. When listening to the .7, I set the low frequency crossover to 42 and then 45 Hz with a 12dB slope. Factory Magnepans are flimsy as most afficionados know. Also, I do have (2) 10" Monolith subs, with the ports currently plugged. They work on absolutely every Maggie with a fuse and jumper . If I were in the market for a Magnepan speaker today, based on my experience, the latest iteration of the MG 3.7 plus a subwoofer should equal or better a 20.7 w/o subwoofer. Because this is a follow-up to Dave Duvall's review of the NEAR 50Me II speakers, I feel less pressured to cut to the chase and render my opinion. And, both Magnepan models need a ton of power to get up and go. I've been reading the many posts chronicling Peter Gunn's adventures with his SMGs and their final resting place. Thanks Jim also putting it in random designs does not work. I've yet to build anything from schematics, but I'm handy with a solder gun. MMG crossover tweaks from Tazsmonn (30may00) MG10.1 crossover tweaks from JerryS (10 Audio) (30may00) MG12 Get Them Up! In fact without the mods, I would not use Magnepan. from Ed Morawski (PositiveFeedback) (30dec02) MG1.6QR crossover upgrade from Ed Hsu (17nov00) MG1.6QR crossover pictures from Ed Hsu (08apr01) As you probably know, much of the sound quality from a Magneplanar design will depend on room placement and acoustic treatment (if any) Typically one also needs an amplifier capable of delivering faily high power into fairly low impedances. All modifications were done by myself. The main thing I noticed with the mod is the MMG becomes a much more cohesive system and actually surprises you with its detail where you keep hearing things in the music you really didn't notice much before. Bryston makes an electronic crossover too, the 10B. The 1.7s are getting some decent press. If they supposedly only reach to 100hz, then how can they handle 80hz e.g. It's called the Magnepan 30.7 and it will be available in early 2018. Although Magneplanars are among my favorite speakers and IMO the MMG is the speaker to buy for $600 or less, I must comment. The crossover in the Denon AVR is fine for home theatre audio, but I don't want to run the phono and DAC audio through the AVR, and I … For decades, the SMG and MMG made the introduction to Maggies and high-end audio for thousands of music lovers. Preamp out to the BBE DS24 , highs back to power amp in on the receiver then lows on the crossover out to the subs. Above: upgraded filters: the size does not come across on this picture, but this new crossover is HUGE!. Up for sale are a pair of highly modified Magnepan MMG’s. They flourished like large Rhododendrons in my large sound spaces. Then you have the complications of proper crossover configuration. The only original part used from the stock MG1.6’s as I received them are the drivers. The price is still $599 pair. 1973: William Michael Albert Broad sat at his desk at the Worthing High School for Boys with a particularly nasty scowl on his face. The MG1.6s this model replaced were a tough act to follow, being in continuous production for at least a decade. But here is my question: the author used three different models of caps: Auricap, Northcreek, and Solen. 08-26-2010 8:26am. For the LRS listening, I set the low pass crossover to 50 Hz with a 12dB slope. Thanks. by Ed Morawski . Re: Crossover upgrades/mod (s) for newer MMG's. I can't comment on the DRPA2 but I have used a BBE DS24 digital crossover on my home system. The MMG was still large; however in comparison to Magnepan’s own 1.6 or 3.6 it was downright tiny. The description is not true for every Magnepan speaker! Price listed for a 6 foot stereo pair of Level 2 Performance Series ANTICABLES Speaker wires with solid copper spade terminations.. Additional Features Listed HERE ANTICABLES have been awarded Mono & Stereo's Best Buy Award and The Absolute Sound's Editors Choice Award five years in a row which means they are considered to be "the best of ⦠I don't think the alignment of the stock crossover (later version) is too bad at all. Quote: Originally Posted by s.bradford Last Summer I pulled my 3A's apart to re-lam some wires and make some XOver/wiring upgrades. However, quite a few reviews say the Magnepan CC3 center is the best center, for any amount of money, so it's definately worth the money. With the right material and equipment the MMG s will blow your pants off, they are so good you will wonder how they do it for 550.00 delivered, you will also wonder if it can be worth the upgrade to Magnepan s more expensive models. When you see these Peter Gunn (Standesign) MMG Magnepan planar magnetic speakers your eyes and ears will be astonished. Did make a few upgrades on my at Audiogon recently phuchased pair of 1987 SMGa "Maggies" ..., x-over capacitor upgrade (Jantzen cross-caps), omitting of the fuse, gold binding posts and new diy stands with spikes ..., the result of the sonic performance is a matter fact very impressive compared to original SMGa' 5 – Magnepan MG3.6R Crossover modifications: By far the most complex and irreversible of the modifications made. I'm running mine with Emotiva UPA-1 monoblocks with 350 watts into 4 Ohms and it seems like plenty. Auction Buy It Now Sort:Best Match Best Match Time: ending soonest Time: newly listed Price + Shipping: lowest first Price + Shipping: highest first Distance: nearest first View:Gallery View List View 11 Results Type Color Connectivity Model Condition Price Buying Format All Filters Magnepan MGSS-1 Surround Speakers Pair $249.99 $25.76 shipping At the Newport show, Magnepan will introduce the Super MMG—a 3-piece system which includes a bass panel for $1,199. These are now fully QR and are either 3-way or 2 1/2 way, depending on how you keep score. I was actually thinking I would get rid of these and 'upgrade' to Magnepan 1. The soundstage was utterly massive, Magnepan-like. I have owned the MMG and 1.6QR in the past. The price of Sonicaps have just gone up and it caused a slight increase in the cost of this upgrade. Another relatively new concept for Magnepan is their factory direct business model, which is the only way you can purchase the MMGWs or any of the MMG line of loudspeakers. 5 Qr crossover upgrade. Single Pair Magnepan instant upgrade kit - (2 fuse replacements, 2 jumper replacements) $40.00. Here are my 3.6R and the 20.7. Enter the MMG W. Magnepan has since decided to make a slightly smaller and slightly less ambitious version of the MC1 to sell factory-direct. Emotiva XPA-2 Gen3. Posts: 179. I purchased these directly from Magnepan in 2013 with the new series crossover design. Home Audio Equipment Review: March 1998 NEAR 50Me II Loudspeakers . Bottom line, better sound. Rather than the MC1's $750 dealer retail price, the MMG W was to sell for the paltry sum of $299/pair. However, they are somewhat too large in my space, as were the 1.5 's before them. And the single tube-pressed unipivot tonearm is superior to the glued-on headshell type. With your 1.6s and a larger room you might want to consider an XPA-2 or a pair of XPA-1s. I’ll cover this in bullet form, but would be happy to provide more details to anyone wishing to embark on similar madness. One problem with the 3.6r is that the midrange driver is wired out of phase. I have always been a Magnepan guy. So, it'd be a bit of a compromise to run the sub crossover point up to cover the center. About 30 grand Canadian. Designed for Magnepan Speaker Models: LRS - .7 - MMG - MG 12 $239.00 USD Our recently upgraded SlimLine-2 includes new design aspects that are unique and unlike any other existing stand. So yesterday I traded my retired Rti10's for some Magnepan MMG's. I would also expect the new mmg to be also better than the older one. Witness the $250 Pro-Ject Essential, the cheapest audiophile deck on the market. They look and work fabulously. Magnepan MMG's and Yamaha self powered subs. In hard cash 2 new Bryston 7Bsst3 amps and a used Martin Logan CLX. It was Winey's vision of a planar speaker that caused him to quit his job … Magnepan QR1.6 speakers Luxman DA-06 DAC Van Alstine Ultra Plus Hybrid Tube DAC Dual Martin Logan Original Dynamo Subs Parasound A21 amp Vintage Luxman T-110 tuner Magnepan MMG's, Grant Fidelity DAC-11, Class D CDA254 amp Monitor Audio S1 speakers, PSB B6 speakers Vintage Technic's Integrated amp Music Hall 25.2 CDP Adcom GFR 700 AVR 249 posts. 7 for Condos. But then I moved from a house in Texas to a condo in Chicago and found myself without adequate space for the 1.6s. Amps were for these Maggie's. His website described a future DIY page with details. You do need something that can handle 4 ohms well. The Super MMG essentially adds the Bass Panel and converts the system into a 3-way speaker---giving better bass, midrange and highs. This kit includes everything you need to correct a number of issues and take this speaker to another level across the board. These paper differences showed up in real world listening. I ended up getting some Magnestand MMG`s (which are amazing!). AudioShark - The Best High End Audio Discussion forum. No, it is not the sonic equal of the 1.7, but for $1199, the Super MMG is a great bargain that is easily mail-ordered. The MMG I salsa tweakes dream and many improvements can be made in stands, crossover, and frames if you wish. Organize your parts carefully and plan on replacing all internal XO components and external XO components. Conclusion. The upgrade that we describe here will cost you some money but it will be really worth it and upgrades your MG 1.5 Qr to a dream speaker which performs at its peak. In Bandon, Oregon, the time is. They offer a refined tube-like signature that has improved sound stage focus and instrument placement along with improved detail. I currently have the MG12 and 1.7 both with "upgraded" crossovers and despite all the hype about modded older magnepans models, the MG12 are the ones in my closet collecting dust. Magnepan Upgrades. 's board "Magnepan" on Pinterest. I found at least for me the -10dbu wasn't an issue from my home receiver. One concern about the MMG-C is integration with the sub and the MMG's. For now, here's a photo. Though it may sound like the stronghold of a race of ice giants straight out of The Golden Compass, White Bear Lake is a working class suburb of Saint Paul Minneapolis. I never had MMG's but with both 1.6's and 3.6's I found it substantially better to run the maggies full range and use the subs with a low crossover frequency (< 40Hz). +$2200 for a speaker that has limited overall volume capability and anemic bass is a bit much. Magnepan gives you solder in the kits they sell, I found this to work really well. I haven't felt the inclination to do that, as I plan on trading up. It uses a roughly 39" x 9" driver for bass and midrange frequencies, along with a 39" x 2" quasi-ribbon tweeter. The kits come in single, double or triple pairs depending on your Magnepan model. Also, the Magnepan 3.6r has full ribbon tweeter, quasi-ribbon midrange and magnetic planar bass drivers. Magnepan has a goal, I suspect, and is in a pretty hi labor cost country to be making speakers. Even though the 20.7 is about 6-8 inches taller, the tweeters and midrange are the same size! From recollection, I hear the .7 as more nuanced than the 1.6QR, and I find it easier to tame the tweeter. While they were down, my MMG's had to do "front" duty. The MMG-C drops off about 100 hz, significantly higher than the MMG's. My first impression is that I've never heard stings sound so realistic. The price is per pair! The Bass Panel is analogous to going from a 12-inch to a 15-inch woofer. In the audible sense, however, it is not. I always had loved Magnepan speakers and had owned the Tympani IV A’s and the 3.7’s. Assuming you have good sources of course. Spending almost 3 times what a speaker costs for an upgrade is IMO not cost effective. Maggies are 4ohm across it's entire frequency range save for a sharp dip near it's crossover point. Think of the 30.7 as a mix of the 20.7 and the Tympani series. 7i Mike Powell custom build:::::. Without knowing your speaker system's configuration and schematics, my suggestion would be to junk the subwoofer portion and get a new powered subwoofer and a 7-channel amp like an Emotiva UPA-7. This is my magnepan LRS planar magnetic panel speaker review. I would love to have him do the the Magnestand upgrade on my factory rebuilt SMGs. On super-quiet recordings/masters I could max out the volume on the mINT/MMG combo. They blow the snot out of my Dynaudios for violin, cello, etc. Magnepan Incorporated—A Tiny Giant. +$2200 for a speaker that has limited overall volume capability and anemic bass is a bit much. I believe they are about $2500 new, but are floating around the used market for about 12-1500. The Magnepan MMG is the smallest and least expensive speaker in the Magnepan line, priced at $599 per pair and coupled with a very generous 60-day return policy. Toggle navigation Contents DIY Audio and Video Contents. The Bryston gives you more control over crossover points and slopes, and can also be configured as a three way crossover, in case you wanted to put some subs in there. Edit. The Magnepan MMG is a good loudspeaker when driven by a fairly powerful amplifier and used with a subwoofer. 1-800-474-1646 Show navigation Hide navigation When Magnepan made the SMGa 1986 thay had only one butten each....one of the best The .7 Versus The MMG. Let me tell you a story instead. Magnepan also offers the option of trading in your “Maggies” for full credit on a higher-end model within one year of purchase, which speaks to the “first rock of crack is free” phenomenon among drug dealers, as well as the old-school audiophile upgrade path, depending on the analogy you like better. This will probably be a permanent trend as making the crossover boxes on every pair different appeals to me (and allows the only creativity in the whole project). Kudos to Magnepan for refreshing that part of their line. 2 I've owned these since April of 1999 and am awaiting upgrade to the MG-MC1s. Please see the videos and measurements in the accordion below. He will provide the schematic for free, but it requires modification to the speaker wiring. Should you feel the need, you could overcome this by adding a good sub. Costs. 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